1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 762 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Chairman | Kombi |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |